Dental implants have the highest quality of all tooth replacement options. They last for decades, and they improve the health and look of your smile. The materials, surgical procedure, and expertise required to place implants successfully make them one of the more costly treatments; but when you consider that you won’t have to pay for replacements as often, you’re actually getting quite a deal.

Each dental implants case is different, so we can’t give an exact quote on costs until we take a look at your mouth. Call our dental team today to schedule a consultation to find out how much dental implants will cost for you. 

Comparing Dental Implants to Similar Dental Treatments

While many dental treatments replace missing teeth, none do so quite as successfully as dental implants. Other treatments may be cheaper, but you’ll be sacrificing quality to save. When it comes to your smile, you don’t want to compromise, especially not when dental implants provide such great benefits:

• Long-Lasting Treatment: With traditional dentures or dental bridges you do not have the support that dental implants provide. The implant will act as a root to give you a strong smile that is long-lasting.

• Normal Tooth Function: If you’re always conscious of which side you chew on or how hard your food is, dental implants are for you. They act just like natural teeth, so you’ll be able to eat normally without catering to your missing teeth.

• A Healthy Smile: When teeth fall out, the gums are left vulnerable to infection because bacteria has easy access to your bloodstream. Dental implants seal the empty tooth sockets off from bacteria and infection.

• Straight Teeth: While dental implants can’t straighten your existing teeth, they do prevent them from shifting into the space left by a missing tooth. If your teeth do shift, it can cause jaw pain, tooth wear, and even TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder).

• Comfortable Tooth Replacement: Some tooth replacement options are clunky or irritating to gums, tongue, and teeth. Not dental implants! Dental implants blend right in with your smile, both visually and physically.

• Jawbone Stimulation: You can keep your jaw strong with constant stimulation from your dental implant. This reduces the risk of TMJ disorder and keeps your jawline looking youthful.

• Convenient Aftercare: After you get your implant placed, you’ll be able to care for it just like you would your natural teeth. With daily brushing and flossing as well as regular dental visits, your implants will last for 15–20 years.

No Dental Work Versus Dental Implants

Getting dental treatment can seem daunting or expensive and make you want to forgo the whole thing but there are significant problems caused from ignoring the treatments that you need. These problems will likely require further treatment, costing you more in the long run. It’s always better to treat issues early on.

Oral Health Problems

When you ignore a tooth that is infected and needs a replacement, the infection could spread to other teeth, causing gum disease, tooth loss, and worse issues. Don’t sacrifice your oral health to avoid dental care.

If you already have a missing tooth and don’t get it treated, then bacteria can grow in the missing tooth site. This infection can also spread.

Your teeth can also shift into an empty space left by a missing tooth. This can throw off your bite, causing jaw pain and tooth wear.

Self-Confidence Issues

In our culture people judge based on your appearance, and your smile is probably one of the first things people notice. If you have missing teeth, you may avoid eating, smiling, or talking in public.

Overall Health

Oral health walks hand and hand with your overall health. Oral infections can spread to the rest of the body, causing heart problems and maybe even diabetes. Missing teeth can also affect your diet and nutrition, which can lead to other health problems.

To take care of your oral and overall health, schedule an appointment with our dental team today and take back control!

Factors that Determine the Cost of Dental Implants

The cost of dental implants can vary widely depending on various factors:

• Number of implants
• Implant material
• Location
• Additional procedures
• Customization
• Dentist’s expertise
• Dental insurance

Dental Implants Are an Investment in Yourself

The upfront cost of dental implants can seem daunting, but think of it as investing in your future smile. Dental implants last much longer than most tooth replacement options. While other options have their advantages, none can compete with the quality and stability of dental implants.

Are You Ready to Find Out More About Dental Implants? 

Call Sugarloaf Signature Dentistry today if you are considering dental implants and want to get a realistic quote for treatment.